Eastern Ontario Renters Guide - Jul 08, 2017

JULY 8 - 22, 2017 VOLUME 23, ISSUE 14, FREE

EASTERN EDITION

Recently renovated suites & resident amenity spaces at Lord Halifax Place!

INSIDE THIS ISSUE

ONTARIO CAPPING RENT INCREASE AT 1.8 PER CENT

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MOVE-IN READY NEW LUXURY SUITES

Only 7 left

LIVE BY THE RIVER TODAY Elevators & Indoor parking*

Own in Orléans most prestigious waterfront community • Only 21 km from Parliament • Situated in a private enclave surrounded by parks, nature trails and recreational features at Petries Island

Tower II Now under construction

Visit our new presentation center and rent your suite now!

Including: pool, spa, gym & rooftop terrace

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8865 Jeanne d’Arc Blvd. N. Orléans, ON

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Public transit, shops & services, schools, parks & nature trails

TOWNHOME & SEMI-DETACHED

INCLUDES

3 BEDROOMS starting at $1475/mo.

25 . $1 O M TO E/ P U BAT RE

CONDOS Rue du Shamal, rue des Louveteaux, rue des Scouts, rue du Blizzard

60-108 rue du Stratus, Gatineau

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819.923.1771 | 10 km

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Public transit, Gatineau Park, shops & services

Parking, air conditioner & electric fireplace

2 BEDROOMS starting at 900/mo. $

ZÉNITH 65 rue du Zénith, Gatineau (unit 3)

2 BEDROOMS starting at $1,600/mo.

25 . $1 O M TO E/ P T U BA RE

Parking & electric fireplace

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ARTHURGRAVELINE

11-19 rue Arthur-Graveline, Gatineau

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2 BEDROOMS starting at $825/mo.

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1 BEDROOM starting at $735/mo.

2 BEDROOMS starting at $900/mo.

3 BEDROOMS starting at $900/mo.

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2 BEDROOMS starting at $1000/mo.

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Rue du Blizzard, rue George-Lebel, rue de la Boussole, Gatineau

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Parking & air conditioner

DES GRIVES 321-390, 506-524 boul. des Grives, Gatineau

1 BEDROOM starting at $660/mo.

2 BEDROOMS starting at $704/mo.

3 BEDROOMS starting at $850/mo.

NEAR

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819.923.1771 | 9 km

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Parking & electric fireplace

NEAR

Public transit, schools, parks, nature trails & cycling paths

819.923.1771 | 9 km

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125 boul. Mont-Bleu, 241 boul. Riel et 76, 94 rue Jolicoeur, Gatineau

Heat, hot water & 2 appliances (stove, refrigerator)

BACHELOR starting at $499/mo.

1 BEDROOM starting at $649/mo.

2 BEDROOMS starting at $624/mo.

3 BEDROOMS starting at $686/mo.

NEAR

Public transit, francophone & anglophone schools, shops & services

819.923.1771 | 9 km

HAUTES-PLAINES 25 . $1 O M TO E/ P T A U B RE

HAUTES-PLAINES 625-635 boul. des Hautes-Plaines, Gatineau

1 BEDROOM starting at $470/mo.

2 BEDROOMS starting at $540/mo.

INCLUDES

Parking & washer/dryer outlets

NEAR

Public transit, parks, nature trails, cycling paths & golf courses

819.923.1771 | 12 km

CARREFOUR DE L’HÔPITAL 25 . $1 O M TO E/ P T U BA RE

CLÉRICY 11-13 rue de Cléricy, Gatineau

2 BEDROOMS starting at $550/mo.

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22 ORLÉANS 22 rue d’Orléans, Gatineau

2 BEDROOMS starting at $575/mo.

3 BEDROOMS starting at $674/mo.

INCLUDES

Parking & washer/dryer outlets

NEAR

Public transit, francophone & anglophone schools, shops & services

819.923.1771 | 10 km

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2 appliances (stove, refrigerator), heat, hydro, hot water & parking

NEAR

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819.923.1771 | 9 km

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2 BEDROOMS starting at 700/mo.

819.923.1771 | 21 km

KANATA HUNGERFORD GATES

INCLUDES

2 appliances (stove, refrigerator) & parking

2000-3000 Hungerford Gates, Kanata NEAR Canadian Tire Centre, public transit, 2 BEDROOMS starting at $890/mo. shops & services $

3 BEDROOMS starting at 990/mo.

819.923.1771 | 24 km

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contents JULY 8 - 22, 2017 | VOLUME 23 ISSUE 14

VICE PRESIDENT & CHIEF PUBLISHING OFFICER

Caroline Andrews PUBLISHER & GENERAL MANAGER

Shawn Woodford ASSOCIATE PUBLISHER

Anne-Marie Breen DIRECTOR, CONTENT & EDITOR-IN-CHIEF

Jennifer Reynolds MANAGING EDITOR

Wayne Karl SENIOR EDITOR

Elisa Krovblit CONTRIBUTING EDITORS

Sonia Bell Lydia McNutt CONTRIBUTORS

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ON THE COVER

Urbandale Corp.’s Lord Halifax Place: Recently renovated suites and resident amenity spaces!

Lindsay Foran Jackie Marchildon Chuck Resnick

REGIONAL SALES MANAGER

Paul Bimm paul.bimm@ypnexthome.ca

SALES CO-ORDINATOR

Gary Chilvers gary.chilvers@ypnexthome.ca

SENIOR MANAGER, DISTRIBUTION

Dwayne Rutherford NATIONAL CIRCULATION MANAGER

John Jenkins

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Editor's Note

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What's Online

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That spot in your apartment: The original trading zone

by Jackie Marchildon

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Parliament Hill Montreal Rd North River Rd

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TERRASES GABRIELLE

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Island Park Towers Come for the View Stay for the Lifestyle A beautiful location off the Western Parkway. Breathtaking views of the Ottawa River and the Gatineau Hills. Access to Ottawa’s best bicycle paths. Enjoy the professionally landscaped grounds.

• Freshly decorated bachelor, 1, 2 & 3 bedroom suites • Suites feature hardwood flooring (parquet), appliances, individual heat control. A variety of well designed, spacious plans to choose from.

• The buildings are centrally air-conditioned, and are equipped with security intercom systems.

• There is a Tuck Shop, beauty salon, laundry facilities, indoor and outdoor parking on the premises. We are minutes from the Transit Way.

(613) 729-4347 Suite 100, 185 Clearview Avenue Rentcanada.ca/ipt Monday to Thursday 10:30AM to 6:30PM. Friday & Saturday 11AM to 4PM. Evenings and Saturdays by Appointment JULY 8 - 22, 2017 | RENTERS GUIDE

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Ridgewood Ave.

OFFICE HOURS: MON-THURS 10AM-7PM FRI-SAT 10AM-4PM SUN 12-5PM

FOR APPOINTMENT PLEASE CALL:

613-737-3617 norberry@gsrentals.ca

VISIT OUR OTHER LOCATION IN BEAUTIFUL ALTA VISTA

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YOU WON’T BELIEVE WHAT’S INCLUDED STARTING FROM $1300/MONTH YOU WON’T BELIEVE WHAT’S INCLUDED STARTING FROM $1300/MONTH HEATING / AIR CONDITIONING / HOT WATER 6 STAINLESS STEEL APPLIANCES LAUNDRY HEATINGIN-SUITE / AIR CONDITIONING / HOT WATER 69 STAINLESS STEEL APPLIANCES FOOT CEILINGS IN-SUITE LAUNDRY STORAGE & BICYCLE LOCKERS 9 FOOT CEILINGS INDOOR SALTWATER POOL STORAGE & BICYCLE LOCKERS STAFFED FITNESS CENTRE INDOOR SALTWATER POOL PUBLIC TERRACE BARBECUES STAFFED FITNESS CENTRE CLUBHOUSE LOUNGE PUBLIC TERRACE BARBECUES GAZEBO GARDEN CLUBHOUSE LOUNGE LAKES & TRAILS GAZEBO GARDEN SOCIAL ROOM LAKES & TRAILS SOCIAL ROOM

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Property Profile | URBANDALE CORPORATION

cover story

Urbandale Corp.’s Lord Halifax Place Recently renovated suites and resident amenity spaces!

ELEGANCE AND TRANQUILITY AWAIT

you at Lord Halifax Place, located at 2220 and 2240 Halifax Dr. in Ottawa’s desirable neighbourhood of Alta Vista. Urbandale Corp.’s highrises and townhomes offer residents the convenience of urban life with the comforts of home.

Urbandale is excited to announce recent renovations throughout Lord Halifax Place. Residents are enjoying the recently updated and modernized fitness and party room. Invite your friends and family over for a swim in the indoor pool, or reserve the party room for your next big event. There are also guest suites available for your overnight visitors.

The two stately highrise towers of Lord Halifax Place offer spacious, recently updated, one-, two- and three-bedroom suites with expansive balconies that are ideal for any apartment dweller with outstanding taste. Enjoy open concept kitchens 16

with modernized cabinetry as well as a microwave and dishwasher for added convenience. The lobbies will be undergoing a facelift for a more contemporary look. Suites start from $1,055 per month and include utilities. If you are looking for added space, three- and four-bedroom townhomes are also available starting from $1,495 per month.

At Lord Halifax Place, you will at once recognize a high level of luxury and comfort. Located in close proximity to parks, bus routes, the Hwy. 417, and only blocks away from the Ottawa Train Yards Shopping Centre, Lord Halifax Place will not disappoint. Your new home is also close to some of the best schools in the area: Canterbury High School, École Élementaire Catholique SainteGeneviève and Arch Street Public School. The city will also be opening its first ever open-air covered refrigerated rink this December at

Location

Elmvale Acres Property Management

Urbandale Corp.

Apartment

Lord Halifax Place Home Type

Suites and townhomes Rental Office

2209 Arch St., 2nd Floor Contact

613.733.4077

the Canterbury Recreation Complex.

The staff of Lord Halifax Place encourage you to feel at home in their secure building. Urbandale offers all of the luxuries you would expect from a well-managed rental community. Feel safe and secure knowing that staff is there to take care of your needs 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Urbandale’s commitment to tenant satisfaction is the source of their excellent reputation in the Ottawa area.

For more information on Lord Halifax Place and to see these exciting renovations firsthand, please contact the rental office or visit urbandale.com

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AMAZING OFFER ON 2 & 3 BEDROOMS FOR JUNE 15TH OR JULY 1ST MOVE INS

1701 Kilborn Ave. 1695 Playfair Dr.

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OFFICE HOURS

MONDAY & TUESDAY 9:30AM-5PM | WEDNESDAY 10AM-6PM | THURSDAY 9:30AM-7PM | FRIDAY 9:30AM-3PM | SATURDAY 10AM-4PM FOR PHOTOS AND A VIRTUAL TOUR VISIT:

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VISIT OUR MOBILE FRIENDLY WEBSITE TO VIEW OUR VIRTUAL TOURS AND APPLY ONLINE!

Richmond Park Square I & II • RICHMOND RD. 1275 - 1285 Richmond Road

Hours: Mon-Fri 8-8; Sat-Sun 10- 4 Car

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Bachelors, 1 Bedrooms, 2 Bedrooms, 3 Bedrooms

Bachelors, 1 Bedrooms, 2 Bedrooms, 3 Bedrooms

West Ottawa Fantastic River Views Central A/C • 3 Appliances Indoor Pool/Saunas Close to All Amenities

Utilities Included Tennis Court • Balconies Underground Parking Access to Queensway & OC Transpo

Lord Richmond • RICHMOND ROAD 851 Richmond Rd. Bachelors, 1 Bedrooms West Ottawa Freshly Decorated Utilities Included

Indoor Pool Close to OC Transpo & Shopping Close to Ottawa River Parkway

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HOMESTEAD.CA Same Day Approval! Pre-Authorized

Payment Plans Available!

We are hiring! Visit homestead.ca/careers for more information.

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VISIT OUR MOBILE FRIENDLY WEBSITE TO VIEW OUR VIRTUAL TOURS AND APPLY ONLINE!

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River Club 190 Lees Avenue, Ottawa Starting at 1 Bedroom $999 • 2 Bedroom $1399 • • • • •

1 & 2 bedroom suites Exercise facility with indoor pool/sauna Squash & tennis courts Air conditioning Dishwashers

• Indoor parking • Close to OC Transpo • Walking distance to University of Ottawa

Call 613-565-9552 Montfort Manor

*** all promo’s are based on signing and completing a 12 month term

550 Lang's Road, Ottawa (Beside The Montfort Hospital) Starting at Bachelor $850 • 1 Bedroom $1,075 • 2 Bedroom - $1,275 • • • • •

Bachelors, 1 & 2 bedroom suites Private balconies Parquet flooring Laundry Exercise facility

• • • •

Call 613-741-0623 Habitat du Lac Leamy 42, 44 & 46 rue Bedard, Gatineau Bachelor starting at $650 1 Bedroom starting at $750 2 Bedroom starting at $850 • Studio, 1 & 2 bedroom suites • Utilities included • Laundry

Call 819-776-1112

Lobby watch system Onsite management Underground parking Close to shopping, schools & transportation routes *** all promo’s are based on signing and completing a 12 month term

• Fridge & stove incl.

• Adjacent to the Gatineau National Park • Close to shopping, schools, hospitals & transportation routes • 5 minutes from CGEP *** all promo’s are based on signing and completing a 12 month term

For rental inquiries at River Club please email us at riverclub@qresidential.ca and for Montfort Manor at montfortmanor@qresidential.ca

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ASK ABOUT OUR PROMOS!**

Capital Towers 1240 & 1244 Donald Street, Ottawa 2 bedroom plus den FROM $1250* 3 bedroom FROM $1325*

2 bedrooms now available FROM $1050* • New corridors • All new lobbies • Exercise room • 24 hour laundry rooms • Outdoor pool, tennis court • Outdoor & underground parking • Short walk to grocery stores, fast food & restaurants, St. Laurent Mall, bus lines & parks

Call 613-744-0283 capitaltowersleasing@qresidential.ca www.capitaltowersottawa.ca

*plus hydro **on select units for a limited time *** all promo’s are based on signing and completing a 12 month term

For rental inquiries at Lancaster Apartments please email us at lancaster@qresidential.ca For Habitat du Lac Leamy email us at habitatdulacleamy@qresidential.ca For Capital Towers email us at capitaltowersleasing@qresidential.ca

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Ontario capping rent increases at 1.8 per cent in 2018 Expanded Rent Control intended to keep rentals fair and affordable for more people

ONTARIO’S EXPANSION OF RENT

control to all private market rental housing units across the province means that 250,000 more tenants will receive protection from unfair rent increases, and will have their rent capped at the annual rent increase guideline of 1.8 per cent in 2018.

The rent increase guideline is the maximum landlords can raise a tenant’s rent without the approval of the Landlord and Tenant Board.

It is applicable to rent increases between Jan. 1 and Dec. 31, 2018.

The guideline is based on the Ontario Consumer Price Index, a measure of inflation calculated by Statistics Canada that reflects economic conditions over the past year.

“The expansion of rent control across our province has ensured that 250,000 more people are 22

now protected from unfair and unpredictable rent increases,” says Chris Ballard, Minister of Housing and Minister Responsible for the Poverty Reduction Strategy. “When I speak to Ontarians, the impact is clear – by making the housing system

fairer, we’re ensuring that everyone in Ontario has the peace of mind they need to put down roots in the communities they love.”

The recently-passed Rental Fairness Act, 2017 expanded rent control to all private rental units, including those occupied on or after November 1, 1991. For rent increase notices given on or after April 20, 2017, landlords cannot raise rents more than the rent increase guideline.

Expanding rent control and strengthening protections for tenants are key components of Ontario’s Fair Housing Plan, to help more people find an affordable place to call home.

Keeping rental housing affordable and predictable while making the rental housing system fairer is part of our plan to create jobs, grow our economy and help people in their everyday lives.

“The expansion of rent control is already making an enormous realworld difference in my community of Davenport, creating more predictability and affordability for residents so that they can continue to build a good life for their families,” says MPP Cristina Martins.

Fast facts • The annual rent increase guideline is capped at a maximum of 2.5 per cent and applies to private residential rental accommodations covered by the Residential Tenancies Act, 2006.

• The guideline is not applicable to: Vacant residential units, social housing units, nursing homes or commercial property.

• Landlords can continue to apply to the Landlord and Tenant Board for above-guideline rent increases [PDF], where permitted.

• The annual guideline for a calendar year is the percentage change from year-to-year in the Consumer Price Index for all goods and services. It is averaged over the 12-month period from June to May of the year prior to when the guideline is to be made effective.

• There are approximately 1.2 million private rental households in Ontario.

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Advice | THE RENTALIST

That spot in your apartment:

The original Bunz Trading Zone

By Jackie Marchildon

IF YOU’VE EVER RENTED BEFORE,

especially in a building, you might remember (either fondly or with hate) that one spot where everyone left their disregarded items. They weren’t necessarily unwanted items, in fact oftentimes they were great household objects that just weren’t needed anymore. Some might even say it was the original Bunz Trading Zone – a popular and fast-growing online barter/trade site – albeit without the actual meet up and trade.

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of their stuff. Freecycle, for example, allows you to join or start a local group, post items you no longer want and look for items you might need, but trading is not allowed. The free stuff section on Craigslist is another example. Bunz, Freecycle and Craigslist are all great ways to find some free stuff, but it’s not quite the same. Arguably it’s much better than having a ‘donations’ bag hanging around the apartment half full, waiting to be filled in order to warrant a trip to the drop-off donation site.

Lifelong renters often claim that

renting is a lifestyle. Renters that hate being renters probably disagree.

But even if renting is a stopover for you before homeownership, it really does offer a sort of unique lifestyle for a few reasons – one being that specific “spot.”

While you still have access to neighbourhood groups, curbside finds and online trading groups when you own a home, the rental “spot” is different and pretty unique to renters.

Even in a big city like Hogtown, that special spot flourishes and reminds us that while we may not

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know all of our neighbours well, we know we like their stuff. My apartment’s spot is just outside our gate – and occasionally inside the gate if it’s a particularly good item.

Almost every time I place something there – from worn-out Sperrys to glassware to empties – it’s gone within the hour.

The spot also makes it easy to get rid of clutter. Instead of holding on

If you’ve never rented, this probably sounds like dumpster diving, but it’s not – it’s an unspoken trade really.

to unnecessary items, I just leave my stuff in that spot and it’s done – no second guessing. City living often means tight quarters, so the more often you purge, the better.

If you’ve never rented, this probably sounds like dumpster diving, but it’s not – it’s an unspoken trade really. I leave that IKEA lamp I don’t want anymore that is just the thing someone else needs, and

sometime down the line, I’ll likely score a new printer. It’s an unspoken bond that renters share, and we may all hate certain things about renting, but this is surely something we can all agree to love.

You know the spot. What have you left for your neighbours? What have you found for yourself?

Jackie Marchildon is a freelance writer in Toronto. She spends her time searching for hidden gems, whether it’s new neighbourhoods and restaurants or upcoming trends in real estate and home decor.

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The lease

You’re signing a contract

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Inclusions: The lease should state how much the rent is, and what that includes. It varies from property to property – you may have utilities included, or you may have to pay your own, such as hydro, gas and water. Is laundry included?

YOU WANT THE APARTMENT and you

are going to sign the lease. But are you clear on what that means? It’s a legal contract and you’re legally obligated to fulfill the terms it contains.

The lease is there to protect both the landlord and the tenant. This legal contract spells out what each party’s obligations are. Though leases are not legally necessary to rent an apartment, and the landlord and tenant can just agree upon terms, shake hands and go about their lives, this doesn’t give either party any recourse should issues arise. If there’s nothing in writing, it’s just a matter of one person’s word and memory of events against the other.

You may be thinking that renting a place is straight forward, and that the lease just complicates things with legalities, but you’d be wrong. It’s best to have a contract that spells out all obligations and then nothing is left to memory or chance. This is, after all, protecting your right to your home, and without that confidence that your 26

expectations will be met, you may find your rental experience subpar.

The lease must contain some basics: The landlord, the tenant and the address: These are the basics and they identify the parties involved. All people living in an apartment should be on the leas.

The duration: Is it week-to-week, month-to-month or something else? Is there a minimum residency, like six months or one year as a minimum? The rules around tenancy are determined by this information, so clarify it.

The maintenance obligations: Who shovels the snow, who cuts the grass, who takes care of repairs? If you rent in an apartment building, this may be all under the property management.

But if you’re renting a whole home, you may have to look after more of the property.

Exclusions: Are there areas of the property other than your unit for your use? In a duplex, for example, the rights to garage access or backyard usage may lie with one tenant or both units. If they’re not included, you have no rights to use them. Don’t end up disappointed.

Expectations: The landlord may include clauses about what is and isn’t permitted. These expectations can include items such as having tenant’s insurance, no smoking pets or painting.

Read your lease carefully before signing it, and make sure you get a copy of what you’ve signed. That’s your right. If it’s not in the lease, it doesn’t count. Before you sign, discuss any concerns or requests with the landlord. Often, if there is an issue, there may be some resolution you can come to – leases can be changed, but only before they’re signed. It becomes trickier down the road if you change your mind.

Remember, this really is a legal document and you’re obligated to follow the terms you agreed upon with the landlord.

And that’s why you sign a lease.

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Research movers

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By Chuck Resnick

HIRING THE RIGHT MOVING COMPANY

can save you lots of work, stress and headaches in the long run.

Industry professionals are accustomed to handling all kinds of moves, from apartments to homes and offices small and large. We understand how to pack, mark and transport items of all shapes, sizes and levels of fragility. We appreciate the importance of what we do, because people’s “stuff” is so much more to them than a collection of items. It represents their lifestyle, memories, emotional connections and fun. Although many consumers move themselves and do a good job of it, enlisting professional movers is the choice of many others. However, you do want to be careful that the company you hire is above board and upholds strict standards.

How can you tell?

Do your research by asking questions: Is the company a member

of the Canadian Association of Movers (CAM)? This organization exists to help people find reputable movers they can trust. To explore a company’s reputation, you can also contact the Better Business Bureau (BBB) and your provincial government’s consumer protection agency. Visit Mover.net to learn more about what CAM has to say – the first three things listed are: • Ask three movers for estimates in writing • Get the terms and conditions of your move in writing.

• Ensure you know how your goods will be protected for loss or damage.

If a company representative does not know how to answer your questions or glosses over them, a red flag should go up.

Communication is the number-one factor in a successful move. At Two Men and a Truck – Canada, we have a Consumer Bill of Rights, the only

one in the Canadian moving industry.

We also have a list of questions to consider when consumers are thinking about hiring a mover.

Of particular importance are the financial considerations. For example, does the company have a minimum charge, and how are you charged after that minimum is met? Will you be charged for fuel or travel time to and from their office to your home or business? Will there be a fuel surcharge or a stairs or long-distance walk charge if they have to park the truck some distance from your door?

Is there a deposit required, and what kinds of payment options are available? Do they offer free quotes?

How do they arrive at a valuation that is covered by insurance? Does the mover have advice for how you can reduce your costs? It is also important to ask if they employ full-time workers or use temps and day labour, and whether their employees are covered

by Worker’s Compensation. Are their movers trained in how to pack and move carefully and efficiently?

Ask how to contact the firm’s office during moving day, in case there are issues. If all the representative offers is a cell phone number, be suspicious. In fact, it’s a good idea to visit the movers’ office to make sure it exists. Remember, anyone can make anything seem real on a website.

It’s best for everyone involved to have a moving contract that outlines what is expected. Read it and ask questions about anything you don’t understand.

Hiring a company you can trust makes for a more comfortable, less stressful and successful move.

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suburbs, is bordered by the Rideau Canal and the Rideau River, with Rideau Street and the Byward Market area to the north, and Hwy. 417 to the south. This expansive neighbourhood is best known for its proximity to the University of Ottawa as well as its many steep hills – which make walking around this neighbourhood a workout!

Sandy Hill is a neighbourhood where you will quickly begin to recognize faces, where neighbours watch out for one another, and where people are found to bike or walk most of the time.

This area was once one of the most affluent neighbourhoods in Ottawa, and still boasts expansive mansions, but now they’re primarily home to university students. The further you get from campus, the more common it is to find more young families, older couples and large embassies.

Shops and restaurants are aimed at students needs. Coffee here is cheap, and not surprisingly, the beer is even cheaper. Affluent residents won’t be found biting into a burger at the local Royal Oak. Hwy. 417 is within blocks, offering quick and easy access to the rest of the city. There is a bus

route that travels throughout the neighbourhood. You can hop on at one end of Sandy Hill, take the bus up the large hill on Somerset Street, and then hop off at the top. Perfect for all us lazy folks too sleepy in the morning to climb that hill!

This area is full of mature trees, steps from the Rideau Canal and the Rideau River, and the homes are historic, the streets quaint. What more could you ask for?

Lindsay has lived in the Ottawa/Gatineau area her whole life. When she’s not touring the city in search of the hottest new neighbourhoods she’s busy writing fiction and enjoying life with her husband and two dogs. lindsay_foran01@hotmail.com

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